Shane Smith, a former Wake Forest player whose college career was marred by injuries, has emerged as a standout for the struggling Chicago White Sox after being selected in the Rule 5 draft. Having undergone shoulder and elbow surgeries, Smith questioned his future in baseball but found an opportunity with the White Sox, where he has excelled with a 2.37 ERA in 68.1 innings. Alongside teammate Mike Vasil, Smith aims to continue his strong performance, highlighting the potential success of Rule 5 selections in building a competitive team.
Smith said, "My dream of playing professional baseball, to say it didn't waver would probably be lying, but I knew there was an avenue somehow."
Smith noted, "Obviously Mike and I are, I think, putting our best foot forward as of now. The biggest thing we can do is just keep it going, keep doing the same stuff."
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